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From Lucknow to National Award: Actor's Journey
24 Sep
Summary
- Actor Sanjay Modyani received a National Award for his film.
- He played a British judge in the award-winning film Kakori.
- Modyani balanced a full-time job with theatre and auditions.
Actor Sanjay Modyani, originally from Lucknow, has earned a National Award for his role in the short film "Kakori." The film, directed by Kamlesh K Mishra, achieved the National Award for Best Historical Reconstruction, marking a significant milestone for Modyani.
His portrayal of British judge A. Hamilton in "Kakori," a film celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Kakori incident, has brought him considerable attention. Modyani shared that being part of a film so closely connected to his birthplace made the experience personally significant.
Modyani's acting career began in Mumbai in his 20s. He initially pursued theatre and auditions while working a full-time job. His dedication led him to supporting roles in films and OTT projects before achieving this national honour.
"Kakori" received its accolades at the National Film Awards ceremony in Gujarat on September 22. Modyani expressed hope that this recognition will open doors to more significant acting opportunities, validating his long and challenging journey in Bollywood.
